Ulcerative colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract. According to experts at the Cleveland Clinic, ulcerative colitis mostly affects the lining of the large intestine, as well as the rectum. While…
If you’ve ever done a HIIT or boot camp, you’re probably in a love/hate relationship with the burpee. This pesky move boosts strength and fitness and burns serious calories. According to Healthline, a 155-pound person can burn 12.5 calories in…
If you’re a female who loves to run, whether it be 5K races, half marathons, full marathons, or you simply run for recreational purposes, you’re in good company. Based on a large study of marathons, over 45% of marathoners in…
When it comes to hiking, you’ll find an abundance of gear available to help hikers trek with ease. While hiking gear may serve different purposes, there’s one type of equipment that is invaluable to any hiker making a steep climb…
You’ve likely heard that everyone has a different body. Some people are built with smaller shapes, while others may have tall or curvy shapes. But how does this impact muscle building? If you’ve ever wondered why some people naturally build…
If you tend to experience fluctuating levels of energy and hormonal waves during your menstrual cycle, you might want to try cycle syncing. As it turns out, cycle syncing is the practice of structuring your diet, lifestyle, and exercise routines…
When you think of exercise, your mind may tend to veer in one of two directions: Heart-boosting cardio workouts like running, cycling, or swimming — or muscle-building activities like weightlifting or calisthenics. But one thing you might not think about immediately is…
With most things in life, we’re bound to experience a good bit of ebb and flow. There are some months where it feels like everything’s coming up roses. Your boss thinks you’re a rockstar, your relationship feels like heaven, and…
It all starts in the core, folks. Developing and maintaining strength in your core is essential for a range of reasons, from better overall balance to improved performance in basically every exercise you’d care to name (per Harvard Health Publishing).…
Experts have long known that exercise improves several facets of our health. The National Institute on Aging (NIH) reports that just about anyone can benefit from exercise. Along with building stronger muscles, regular exercise gives you more energy, reduces stress…